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Record ID: DUR-5B3460
Object type: WEIGHT
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Copper alloy Post Medieval trade weight.
It is circular in plan with a raised edge. There are stamped symbols on the front face which are
At 12 o'clock, a sword, representing i St.Paul meaning it was made in London. At 3 o'clock is a crowned G, meaning it was one of the King Georges. At 6 o'clock is a coffee pot/ ewer meaning it was made by the company of founders. At 9 o'clock, an A for Averdepois, the type of weight.
This system of marks was in use 1590-1826 and London authorised weights were widely used int he provinces.The position of the marks tel…
Created on: Tuesday 20th July 2010
Last updated: Tuesday 10th August 2010
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This findspot is known as 'Stokesley Area', grid reference and parish protected.
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